It is received knowledge that if you are married to a British citizen, UK spouse visa is your default immigration option.
Although in the majority of scenarios this is the case, sometimes there are better options that shouldn’t be ignored.
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Can I sponsor myself if my relationship breaks down?
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Does Indefinite Leave to Remain Expire?
For holders of Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK, Immigration Rules changed quietly in October 2023. The changes concern people who spend much time outside the UK but wish to protect their settled status in the UK or re-activate…
I am visiting my boyfriend in England. Can I stay when we get married?
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UK visitor visa – 180-day rule
How frequently can I come to the UK as a visitor and how does the 180-day rule work?
You will find conflicting information on the internet as there is no hard and fast rule. However, if you have asked this…
Immigration lawyer’s tips on how to find a sponsor in the UK
Immigration lawyers hear the same question day in and day out: “can you help me to find a sponsor”?
Unfortunately, you have to find the sponsor yourself. But we can give you helpful tips on how to go about it.…
Did Kadmos have a visa? Immigration lawyer’s thoughts
It has been a few years since a well renowned academic shared with me in private his view that Kadmos was an illegal immigrant. Not surprisingly, I was deeply hurt. It’s been gnawing me for some time that this innuendo…
What if my marriage breaks down… Does my spouse visa lapse?
Breakdown of a relationship may be one of the most painful experiences in life. And visa problems would seem small next to it. Yet, visa problems may add a sting.
Does the spouse visa lapse if the marriage breaks down?…
How to stay in the UK on completion of studies
If you’ve come here study and liked it so much you now want to stay in the UK, here are some ideas that may help you overcome immigration barriers.
There is the Long residence rule which allows one to get…
Investor Visa in Turmoil
The Investor visa was closed for new applications on 17th February 2021 without prior notice. The route catered for high net worth individuals investing at least £2 million into the British economy. It was one of the very few routes…